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Even if true, this is already far, far, far too late, especially given the clear gaps between the two negotiating partners. Time. Has. Run. Out.
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Any suggestion that a deal can be struck by the European Council on 17th Oct only comes from those with an agenda, no understanding of EU process, or no desire to properly scrutinise the statements of those who fall into categories one or two (or both). #Brexit
Serious prep is needed before a Council. This takes time. A General Affairs Council usually proceeds (maybe 14th, latest), Sherpa meetings are needed (poss 11th latest), exchanges of views between capitals & reps in Brux required (poss starting 9th latest)... #Brexit
Put all this together and government is saying that it needs to complete an extraordinary renegotiation of the backstop in seven days. Let’s get real. This is not going to happen. #Brexit
So that leaves us with an extension or government ignoring UK law in an attempt to deliver a #NoDealBrexit. These are the only options ahead of us before 31st October. #Brexit
And as others have already pointed out, there will be no negotiations at the European Council meeting itself.
